Semua Bab Falling for my Billionaire Crush: Bab 81 - Bab 89

JackI heaved a deep sigh as I scanned the conference room for the umpteenth time. The whole place was smelling of coffee, and the tension was high. I’d been in a lot of rooms like this that’s filled with sharp suits, sharp tongues, and even sharper agendas but this one felt heavier. Probably because the client wasn’t just some mid-level account. It was the one every competitor had been chasing for months and now, they were seated right in front of us. The four top execs from VallisCorp, one of the biggest tech conglomerates on the continent.Tony sat beside me, calm as ever. His dark eyes scanning the room with that quiet confidence he was born with. I, on the other hand, kept bouncing my leg under the table and he soon noticed.“You good?” he murmured without looking at me, his voice low, almost lazy.“Yeah,” I said, swallowing down the nerves. “Just want to make sure we land this.”“We will,” he said simply, then leaned forward as the lead client, a tall, clean-cut man named Mr. Da

TonyThe office was quiet for once, and that was rare these days. Ever since I got back, it’s been meeting after meeting, planning after pitch. I barely had time to breathe, let alone think until yesterday when we finally sealed the contract with the new clients. Sitting in the office now, my mind went straight to Daisy. It has been two days since I got back and I haven’t heard her voice since.I only sent a simple text the night I returned to tell her I was home and that I miss her so much. She must be mad at me already for not calling because she hasn’t replied yet. She much have thought I was abandoning her again but that isn’t true. I’m only being cautious because I know how risky it is to start calling too much. Her parents overheard or even suspect and that could cause everything to fall apart. And then, I haven’t been alone too. If I’m not at work busy with Jack or some other staff, then I’m home with Hope constantly being around everywhere in the house.Well, I got to the off

HopeRyan and I pulled into the restaurant almost at the same time, which, honestly, felt like a movie moment. He stepped out of his car just as I did mine, that easy smile of his already in place.One look at his fine face and I was already smiling too. My God, he looked so good and that just made me more sure of why I was doing this.‘I love this man’ - I muttered under my breathe. “Well, look at that,” he said, meeting me halfway on the pavement. “Perfect timing. You stalking me now, my love?” He added while I laughed, leaning in for a light hug. “You wish.” I let out softly but the moment my cheek brushed his shoulder, something caught my attention. It was a soft floral scent and definitely not mine. My brows pulled together before I could stop them.I leaned back, inhaling just a little more on purpose. “Hmm. You smell… different.” I retorted while he blinked and then smirked. “Different bad or different good?” He quizzed while I searched his eyes but found nothing. “Differ

HopeI don’t even know how long I stood there in that shadowy corner of the backyard, my heart hammering so loud I was sure they’d hear it. I had been smiling to myself just minutes ago, thinking Ryan had gone to buy my favorite flowers. I was already planning the way I’d tease him for being sneaky and romantic at the same time.But then, there he was with her… She was was petite, pretty, wearing a loose cardigan and slippers. Her hair still damp like she’d just showered. She smiled so warmly at him it made my stomach twist.And Ryan… God, the way his facelit up.He handed her the bouquet, and she took it like it was the most precious thing in the world. Then she hugged him and it wasn’t the usual friendly hug, it was the kind where your whole body leans in, where your hands grip the other person like you’re afraid they might vanish. And then, they just… stood there, staring into each other’s eyes. Slow, deep, lingering like two people completely lost in their own bubble.That was it

DaisyI was in the living room, scrolling absentmindedly on my phone, when I heard the knock at the door. My heart gave that little skip it always does when I know who it is before even checking. I opened it and saw Liam standing there with a warm and confident smile on his face that instantly lifted my mood.He already told me yesterday that we’d be going on a date today and he’d be coming over to pick me up. About an hour ago, I started preparing and once I was done, I can’t into the living room to watch some tv before he arrives. I didn’t even pay attention to the show airing, I was busy with my phone talk through.“You look beautiful,” he said, his gaze sweeping over me in a way that wasn’t creepy but still made my stomach flutter. I had gone for something simple but cute. I wore a soft, pastel dress that skimmed my knees and the daintiest sandals I owned.“Thank you,” I let out slowly with a smile while he then handed me a sleek black bag with gold accents. “This is for you.” He